School for Field Studies – Panama - International Programs Office

Bocas del Toro Archipelago, Panama

Spend a semester in the dynamic community of Bocas del Toro, where everything – from the thriving underwater ecosystems to the rich green rainforests – seems more alive. Study the impacts of tourism and development on the island system’s unique habitats, evaluate local environmental policies, and apply the principles of sustainability and conservation to your research project.

You will visit different ecosystems and communities which may include coral reefs, tropical rainforests, coastal forests and beaches, Indigenous Ngöbe communities, island ecosystems, coffee farms and cloud forests in the Chiriquí Highlands, Panama City and the Panama Canal, mangrove forests and seagrass meadows, marine protected areas, banana farms and other agricultural operations, riverine ecosystems, and the vibrant small-town community of Bocas.

Program Information

Terms Available: semester

Type of Program: International Learning Centers

Languages of Instruction: English

Language Prerequisite: N/A

Credit Transfer System
- Typical course load: 5 courses (2 or 4 credits each)
- Units recorded in: credits
GPA Requirement: 2.8
Credits: 18 credits

Application

Application Deadline: Spring 2026: November 1 | Fall 2026: May 1

Housing: Residence Dorm
Six rooms, 3-5 people per room in twin bunk beds. Shared closet and storage cubbies. Each room has AC and fan. En-suite bathroom with shower (hot water) and western-style toilet.

Course Information

To see pre-approved transfer courses for this program and the Reed requirements they fulfill, click the link below.

Submit the if you want to take a course that:

Is not on the list of pre-approved transfer courses
Is listed, but you want it to fulfill a different requirement

Please be aware that some departments have specific policies regarding how transfer courses fulfill major/minor requirements. Check in with your academic advisor to review any department-specific information.

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Areas of Study

Financial

Cost to attend

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Financial aid continues for eligible students during their participation in an off-campus program. Students should discuss how other outside aid may impact their existing aid package with the Financial Aid Office. More details are available here.

Immigration

Visa Deadlines and Requirements

You will receive specific instructions about the necessary visa process from the SFS Admissions Department well in advance of your program. DO NOT apply for a visa prior to receiving these instructions.

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